Essential Connection Skills, K-6 (Strategies for Integrating Social Connections Into Core Content)

"Essential Connection Skills is a practical, specific, inspirational, and must-have resource for any teacher, coach, school leader, or parent who aims for a more empowered and successful student."

Julie O′Connell Alholm, Instructional Coach and EL Teacher, MN

"Essential Connection Skills is a must-read for any teacher—whether you′re already focused on social skills or looking to include them more in your teaching. The suggestions in each chapter are practical for novice to veteran teachers."

Amber Quirk, Regional Superintendent, DuPage County Regional Office of Education, IL

Foster joy and engagement by building community in your school and classrooms

Do your students struggle with low boredom tolerance, lack the confidence and skills needed in social interactions, or find it hard to collaborate? Are you seeing more behavioral disruptions, a wider range of learning challenges, and increased absenteeism? Today’s classrooms need to move beyond traditional teaching methods; they need strategies that will re-engage students and build on meaningful connections.

Essential Connection Skills offers practical solutions to help educators reignite the joy of learning through purposeful, reflective interactions. These strategies empower students to build connections, embrace multiple perspectives, and develop the social and academic tools necessary for success. Inside you′ll find:

• Chapter-by-chapter resources and techniques
• Assessment recommendations
• Targeted strategies for culturally and linguistically diverse students
• Techniques to help students develop self-reflection skills
   

By cultivating authentic engagement, Essential Connection Skills restores a sense of community and purpose in classrooms and empowers students with the lifelong skills they’ll need to succeed.

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This book title, Essential Connection Skills, K-6 (Strategies for Integrating Social Connections Into Core Content), ISBN: 9781071961827, by Anne Paonessa, Jeff Zwiers, published by SAGE Publications (August 5, 2025) is available in paperback. Our minimum order quantity is 25 copies. All standard bulk book orders ship FREE in the continental USA and delivered in 4-10 business days.

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